Downtown Tour

Rebecca took us to downtown Accra to see some of the famous government sights.  We also went to some of the big markets down there.

This first picture is from Thursday but I just wanted to share it anyway.  You might have to look closely to understand why I would share this picture.  We went to this lunch wagon that parks near the temple and they said they had ride with chicken or fish.  I ordered chicken and Kirsten ordered fish.  When we got back to the ERC she opened up the box to find a whole fish in there.  The thing was starring at her while she tried to eat it.  The chicken that I ate was really good but I'm not so sure about that fish.  

Here we are with Rebecca on the steps of the Parliament House.  

They are currently doing some renovations so that is why you can see the scaffolding on the outside.

This mural was inside the National Convention Center.  It represents a baobab tree.

Ohene Djan Stadium (aka Accra National Stadium)  

 

As we were walking past the stadium we decided to see if there was 

someone who would let us in and check the place out. 

 Luckily we asked the right security guard, who was willing to take us on a personal tour.  

Of course he wanted a tip but that was fine.  

I hope that we get to go to a game while we are here.

Just as we came out of the stadium I looked across the street and saw Lizzy's Frozen Foods. 

I was so excited and Kirsten and Rebecca just thought I was weird.  

The other day I also saw Lizzy's Pub.  Apparently my name is quite popular here.

Independence Arch

Black Star Square

Normally people can walk around here but the guard with the machine gun told us that it was closed for the day.  Then he proceeded to tell us that the President and his cabinet members were sitting right under the arch having a meeting.  I think they might need to work on their security measures.

I don't think this lady wanted me taking her picture but

I was so impressed with her skills that I just had to.  

Isn't she amazing??

P.S. I'm interested to know if any of you have foods that you are missing yet.  Personally, I miss cheese!